About this episode
In this episode, Marco Gomez joins Bridget Stuart to share his inspiring journey from a finance career to becoming a successful real estate entrepreneur. Marco opens up about growing up in an immigrant family, how fear of failure shaped his early decisions, and the lessons he learned from ventures that didn't go as planned—including a costly auto detailing franchise. He explains how coaching, mentorship, and adaptability became cornerstones of his success, and why building multiple income streams in real estate is essential for long-term financial independence. Episode Highlights Why fear of failure can shape and sometimes limit decision-making How an immigrant upbringing instilled resilience and work ethic Lessons learned from failed ventures and early entrepreneurial risks The role of coaching and mentorship in accelerating success Why building multiple income streams is key to financial security How real estate creates opportunities for both active and passive income The importance of assessing business viability before diving in Leveraging technology and AI to stay ahead in business The role of family support in navigating challenges and growth Guest: Marco Gomez Marco Gomez is a top-producing real estate broker, team leader of Team Gomez at eXp Realty, and founder of the nonprofit Kindness in Action. With nearly two decades in the industry and annual sales of $30–40 million, Marco has been recognized among the top 1.5% of teams in New York by RealTrends/WSJ. His career began in finance with Deutsche Bank, UBS, and Bear Stearns before he transitioned into real estate, where he now focuses on coaching, leadership, and building multiple income streams. Known for his resilience, community work, and commitment to mentorship, Marco brings honesty and actionable lessons to every stage of business growth. Connect with Marco: Instagram: @MarcoGomezRealtor Facebook: MarcoGomezRealtor Check out Marco's Agent-to-Agent Referral Service Host: Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is an executive strategic performance real estate coach and host of The Inner Estate podcast. With 27 years in the business, she's known for her deep commitment to personal development, business mindset, and helping real estate professionals grow with purpose. Connect with Bridget: Website: therealbridgetstuart.com Instagram: @therealbridgetstuart Facebook: @TheRealBridgetStuart Interested in being a guest on The Inner Estate? I would love to hear your story. You can view available dates and request to join the show here: calendly.com/bridgetstuart67/theinnerestatepodcast